Bakharia - Majhaulia, Pashchim Champaran
Bakharia is a village situated in the Majhaulia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majhaulia and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Bakharia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakharia is 217345. The village covers a total geographical area of 932 hectares and falls under the 845454 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Bakharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bettiah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Paschim Champaran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakharia
As per Census 2011, Bakharia village has a total population of 8,825 people, consisting of 4,544 males and 4,281 females. The village has 1,744 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,908 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,459 literate and 5,366 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,029 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bakharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,825 | 4,544 | 4,281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,908 | 1,008 | 900 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,029 | 1,032 | 997 |
| Literate Population | 3,459 | 2,197 | 1,262 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,366 | 2,347 | 3,019 |
Nearby Villages of Bakharia
Bakharia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Konhra Dih | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Karamtola | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Bhana Chak | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Lal Saraia | South | 2.78 km |
| Senduria | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Ojhauliya | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Shampur | North | 3.16 km |
| Baithania | North | 3.35 km |
| Arazi Nankar | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Satbherwa | North-West | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bakharia
Bakharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Parsa Nagar, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bettiah to Bakharia is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bakharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bakharia
Where is Bakharia located?
Bakharia village is located in Majhaulia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakharia?
Bakharia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bakharia?
The pincode of Bakharia is 845454.
What is the population of Bakharia?
Bakharia has a total population of 8,825, including 4,544 males and 4,281 females.
How many households are there in Bakharia?
There are 1,744 households in Bakharia.
What is the literacy rate in Bakharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakharia is 39.20%. Male literacy is 48.35% and female literacy is 29.48%.